I don't like goody-goodies.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People who seem excessively virtuous can be off-putting. Authenticity is often preferred over moral posturing.
- In plain terms
- I prefer real people over those who act perfect all the time.
- What can you take from it?
- Be genuine rather than trying to appear perfectly good.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you trust people who seem perfect?
- What makes someone trustworthy?
Another view
Some see moral excellence as aspirational rather than repulsive.
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